About the Law Society Family Section

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What we do

We give you access to the best practice support you need, when, where and how you want it, on the issues that matter to you. From the Children and Families Act 2014 to the growth in cross-border disputes, from family legal aid to same-sex marriage, and from the single family court to the Family Justice Review.

Our support will help you to achieve best practice, because it comes from solicitors specialising in family and children law. We also work closely with experts working in key related areas of law, including immigration, crime, and mental health, to give you access to the information and support you need in practice.

21 updates and features in our quarterly e-newsletter, from authors including judges, leading solicitors, the UK Border Agency’s Children Champion, the Minister for Work and Pensions, and the Legal Ombudsman

£100 off our first flagship annual conference

Over £300 of discounts off other Law Society books and events

Who we are

We harness the knowledge and experience of both Law Society experts and the Law Society’s Family Law Committee and Children Law Committee, to ensure we give you the best possible support. Committee members include family and children law specialists from legal 500 firms, niche practices, high street firms, alternative business structures, and local authorities.

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